This weekend was one I hope I never forget. Although I was home and having fun, I missed someone...my daddy. I haven't really talked about him being gone. It helps if I keep it in, but today, I want you to know how much I miss him. There's something about a daddy's love. I didn't have the best relationship with my dad, but he was a person I could always count on. He loved me more than I can imagine and I miss his quirky ways of showing it. It's hard to see girls with their daddies. One of my favorite things to do is watch people's interactions. I love seeing kids interact with their parents. I absolutely love watching Jim Ausley with his kids. I babysat Saturday night, and as TJ and Jim were leaving, he scooped Annabel up, tossed her around, and begged for a kiss on the check. As she went in to kiss him, he turned so she kissed him on the lips. She giggled and he put her down. In that very moment, I could see his love for her. It's incredible. And it makes me love that family even more than I already do. :)
But, I'll never have my daddy kiss me again, or pick me up, or call me, or wash my car (thanks, Bubba!!), or help me buy my first house or car. I'll never have a daddy to walk me down the aisle or hold his grand kids. But, I'll always have my daddy in my heart. This weekend, my brother and I went to his office to take down his sign. He was so proud of himself for his accomplishments, and I was too. He worked hard to provide for his family. Before my brother removed the sign, I took a few pictures. I miss you, Daddy...
On a happy note, I saw my best friends!! I just love the time we spend together. I believe they are my soul sisters. When they are around, everything in my world is sweeter. :) Each of them bring some much happiness to my life. We met for lunch at The Rock House, where Neal, Greeby, Carson, and Whit joined. What a combination!! I branched out and tried the fried green beans... I must admit, I think I love them. When my mom told me about them, I turned my nose up, but after tasting them for myself, I can see why she raved about them. 
So, after lunch and going to my daddy's office, I spent the night with the Ausley children. :) You know, those kids have my heart. I can't possibly say no to the sweet eyes of Annabel, Luke's hug, Jack's sweet spirit, or Gray's technicality of life. Annabel helped me cook dinner while the boys played. Then, we make sugar cookies and dyed Easter eggs. I had forgotten how much fun it was to color Easter eggs. Here a few moments of the night I captured. :) I love you sweet kids!!
